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Baklava Cheesecake

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A rich and decadent fusion dessert combining the creamy texture of cheesecake with the flaky, nutty sweetness of baklava, layered with phyllo dough, honey, and spiced nuts.

Ingredients

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  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 12 sheets phyllo dough
  • 2 cups mixed nuts (walnuts, pistachios, almonds), finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup sugar (for nut mixture)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and line a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a bowl, combine chopped nuts, 1/2 cup sugar, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  3. Layer 6 sheets of phyllo dough in the pan, brushing each sheet with melted butter.
  4. Spread half of the nut mixture over the phyllo layers.
  5. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla, sour cream, and flour. Mix until creamy.
  6. Pour half the cheesecake batter over the nut layer.
  7. Add remaining nut mixture and top with remaining cheesecake batter.
  8. Top with 6 more sheets of phyllo, brushing each with butter.
  9. Bake for 55–65 minutes, until center is set.
  10. While baking, heat honey in a saucepan until warm and slightly thin.
  11. Remove cheesecake from oven and immediately drizzle with warm honey.
  12. Cool completely, then chill for at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

  • Use a sharp knife to cut through the phyllo layers cleanly.
  • Best served chilled for firm texture.
  • You can garnish with extra chopped pistachios and a drizzle of honey.

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Keywords: Baklava cheesecake, fusion dessert, honey nut cheesecake, phyllo cheesecake

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